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A peaceful Coastal California oasis and outdoor paradise. Pet friendly!

Escape to this secluded haven for unforgettable moments of connection. Gather around the stone fireplace or lounge by the pool overlooking majestic scenery.

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis
Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12418 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A peaceful Coastal California oasis and outdoor paradise. Pet friendly!

The breathtaking Riata Ranch estate is a 1400-acre property nestled at the base of the Santa Lucia Mountains in Santa Margarita, California. Once inside the gates, a world of unique splendor and beauty awaits with a night sky perfect for stargazing!

The rural community of Santa Margarita is known as a stomping ground for acclaimed farm-to-table dining, wine tasting, and craft beer. The quaint village offers the solitude of country living with the bustling energy of San Luis Obispo’s thriving downtown a short 20-minute drive away. Warm spring and summer days are cooled by coastal evening breezes making the Ranch a spectacular setting for alfresco gatherings. The outdoor grilling area, bar, and large dining tables are ideal for summer gatherings.

Perched above the Ranch is the warm and inviting Ranch House. The grand residence is designed with entertaining in mind! 4,500 square feet of open-concept living boasts a professional chef’s kitchen, a grand piano, a wraparound porch, multiple outdoor entertaining areas, and a beautiful pool and spa that overlooks the property. The pool is heated from April-October (it can be heated November-March for an extra charge). The spa is heated year-round.

High end finishes and touches throughout, like John Robshaw textiles and Jerry Scott original paintings set this property apart.

Every room in the house has sweeping views that are sure to be the perfect backdrop for memories yet to come. With four cozy and comfortable bedrooms, a grand living room accentuated by a floor to ceiling stone fireplace and a spacious family room/loft, Riata Ranch offers the perfect gathering space for friends and family.

From the moment you enter in the front gates you will know you just found your home away from home. Easy day trips from the Ranch House are Hearst Castle, Morro Bay, Big Sur, and Paso Robles and Edna Valley Wine Country.

Looking for a place to host your special event? We also offer multiple locations for events, large or small, for an additional fee. From wide open spaces dappled with ancient oak trees to specialty tent tipis that offer a fun and festive atmosphere that you won't find anywhere else. More event information can be found on our website.

Riata Ranch offers a distinct and magical setting for your life's most treasured moments. Please message us for more information or call to discuss how we can make your event a one-of-a-kind memorable experience.

Property manager

Alex LaChapelle

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • WiFi available, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 4500 sq ft (418 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Riata Ranch a Property Unlike any Other
Riata Ranch a Luxury Sanctuary Outdoor Paradise

About the neighborhood

Map
Santa Margarita, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Margarita Lake - 8 min drive
  • Fremont Theater - 19 min drive
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 19 min drive
  • Bubblegum Alley - 20 min drive
  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 38 min drive

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 20 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ancient Peaks Winery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Range - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Porch Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Southern Station - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Santa Margarita Tavern - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A peaceful Coastal California oasis and outdoor paradise. Pet friendly! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is A peaceful Coastal California oasis and outdoor paradise. Pet friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at A peaceful Coastal California oasis and outdoor paradise. Pet friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A peaceful Coastal California oasis and outdoor paradise. Pet friendly!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A peaceful Coastal California oasis and outdoor paradise. Pet friendly! located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Santa Margarita Lake, Pozo Valley Winery, and Ancient Peaks Winery. Atascadero State Hospital is 11 mi (17.7 km) away.

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A peaceful Coastal California oasis and outdoor paradise. Pet friendly! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Our family enjoyed cooking and playing both inside and outside at the ranch.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Slice of Heaven at Riata Ranch: A Perfect Family Escape
Our stay at Riata Ranch was nothing short of amazing! The property grounds were beautiful, offering plenty of opportunities to be outside, walk around, and enjoy the stunning views. The kids loved exploring and had a blast hanging out in the spacious upstairs area. For the adults, the numerous sitting nooks outside provided the perfect spots to relax and unwind, all while staying connected with everyone else. As soon as we got home, we found ourselves wishing we were back at Riata Ranch and dreaming of our next visit. We can't wait to return!"
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
We had a fabulous week. Beautiful setting, gorgeous views, very peaceful. We loved the pool/spa. Great kitchen and a lovely place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather S., SAN CARLOS

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous property
This place is beautiful. Pool and spa are very nice and the layout is perfect for a family getaway.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We keep coming back
This is our third stay and we will be booking for our annual September trip soon making it four. House is amazing, manager, property manager and Maintenance manager are all awesome and responsive. The setting of this house is spectacular!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Luxury stay
Wonderful stay for a large family holiday
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing View
Comfortable, relaxing and very enjoyable experience. Absolutely breath taking views of mountain range.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monique R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another week spent in paradise!
We just returned from our 3rd Summer stay at Riata Ranch and it is by far our families’ favorite place to go. We enjoyed morning walks, sitting by the pool, reading, cooking in the well stocked kitchen, bbq’ing, watching movies and stargazing. The layout of this house makes it very easy for all 3 generations to travel together, with the kids upstairs and the parents (us) and grandparents downstairs. The bed linens are all high quality, there are white pottery barn slip covered cozy down couches, high end down pillows, and the mattress’ are super comfortable. The wraparound decks provide a nice place to escape the sunshine! The host Alex is awesome, extremely responsive and wonderful. When we stay at Riata, we feel like it’s an extension of our own homes. It’s just so nice to spend quality time in nature together as a family and we can’t wait to go back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property
We had the best time! The house and property are absolutely gorgeous.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cal Poly Graduation
Our second stay. Property is lovely and peaceful. Multiple places to sit and visit. Pool and hot tub were wonderful. Overall fabulous place to stay, relax and celebrate.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home in a lovely setting.
For several years our family has had an annual beach-week retreat. We usually have between 10 and 15 people from 3 generations from No and So CA, TN, & NC., this year four. Some years we’ve booked vacation rentals that were very nice and other times a bit disappointing. Because rates near the water have greatly inflated, we decided to try an earlier stay at a more rural location. This luxurious ranch house in the oak studded rolling hills of the central coast was a find, the views from every window were glorious. The weather was swim worthy yet cooled in the evening. We played games and read and visited. The cooks among us did justice to the large, well-appointed kitchen and BBQ. The 7 days sped by all too fast. We weren’t disappointed in the new type venue.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie L., Manhattan Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and location
My family and I were so impressed with this beautiful house. The views are stunning! The house is very spacious and comfortable with amazing decks and tons of spaces to sit and relax. The pool was a great perk too. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victoria C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you!
Hopefully writing that we spent our third Christmas at Riata (and already booked for the 4th!) speaks for itself. This sweet place has come to mean a great deal to our family. Thank you, Riata, for it all. See you next year! -Victoria, Brian, Zander (12), Aila (10), Declan (9), and Aoife (6)
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Precious Family Time
Had an incredible weekend staying at the Riata Ranch. Staying at a beautiful location was a fantastic way to get the family to make a trip together. The wrap around porch and outdoor seating is set up so that the group could come together for activities... but also have private time to read a book or just get away from the hustle. Pool and outdoor set up is perfect for family fun and BBQs. Outdoor seating is perfect to take in the gorgeous view of the ranch. Absolutely a 5 star stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extraordinary Place
We loved our 3 nights at the ranch and only wish it could have been a full week. We had a dinner event while we were there and everybody was responsive and helpful with all the many many details we needed to take care of. Be aware the caretaker has dogs and they will be at the place. We love dogs and it wasn't a big deal, we just asked him to keep them in during our party and he complied. House could use better cookware (it has everything, the pans were just low quality) Overall, this place is amazing and I can't say enough good about it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for my daughter’s wedding week
The house is beautiful and only 1/2 mile from the wedding venue. Super convenient and a lovely place for the bride and bridesmaids to get ready.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and property
Far enough from civilization, yet close enough to enjoy all the central coast has to offer. We had a wonderful stay, the house is well equipped for large groups and kids. The new pool is sparkling and a great addition to an already amazing retreat! Georgia and Mike made us feel welcome and were able to assist with anything we needed during our stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christine N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Mountain Views!
What an exquisite property! We so enjoyed this ranch home. The decor is stylish, inviting and very cozy! Love the artwork. The kitchen has everything you could need for cooking up a hearty meal. It was fun to see the cows meandering by in their pasture - very peaceful. We would love to return soon, it's a wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gem of a Ranch
Wonderful location, sandwiched in a valley between Paso Robles and SLO. Easy access to everything. Our weather was not great, but the property and house provided many opportunities for fun activities. The pool will be great when the weather gets better, but the hot tub and sauna kept us warm on cool evenings.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cameron H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hopeful to return!
This place is amazing, stay here if you want peace and tranquility. Everyone was very helpful and responsive throughout the entire planning process and stay. Only downside is its a bit "out there" but that's the price you pay for serenity. 100% would go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful place
The house is unbelievable. The ranch is beautiful and so peaceful, great views from everywhere. The outdoor space was perfect, we spent nearly all of our time outside, in the pool, grilling out, by the fire pit in the evenings. The host Alex was very responsive to all the questions we had, the house was immaculate when we arrived. We cannot wait to do it again.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Rick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Buzzard
Would have been all 5s, except all but one door knob would pull off, just a few cobwebs……overall a great property, beautiful setting, entire family said they had the best nights sleep ever, wanted to know all bedding brands, they loved it. Plenty of wildlife around…..nothing dangerous
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James W., San Francisco, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family get-away!
We were a group of 8 family members (aged 19 - 83) from 3 different states looking for a week's get-away. Riata Ranch was the perfect place for us, and it exceeded our expectations. The home is beautiful and comfortable and the grounds are impeccable. So peaceful and isolated, and yet a short drive to many great wineries and restaurants in both Paso Robles and San Luis Obispo. Everyone enjoyed the pool during the day and hot tub and fire pit at night. We definitely plan a return trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely fabulous! View was stunning! Obsessed with the dogs and horses on the property!
Incredible place to relax with a large group. House is situated so there are many different seating areas. This allows for a large group to still feel like they can get away to nap, read a book, have a private conversation, etc. and then come back together around meal time. Great layout of rooms and bathrooms to give privacy. Kitchen and outdoor seating were perfect for cooking and eating large family meals.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victoria C., Redwood City, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second visit...this time for Christmas!
Our time at Riata was again magical. We were so, so sad to leave. Everyone made our stay so smooth and seamless. Our kids rode their scooters up and down the long driveway. We went on long hikes on SLO trails, and we celebrated a peaceful holiday in a beautiful space. Thank you...we will be back!
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2021